Anomie And Strain Theory On Prostitution
Theory Paper
Anomie (Strain Theory) and (low) Self-Control Theory on Prostitution
“The practice of engaging in sexual activity, usually with individuals other than a spouse or friend, in exchange for immediate payment in money or other valuables” (“Prostitution”). The act of prostitution is not a new criminal phenomenon of society as far as history is concerned but rather is one of societal perspectives, public awareness, and moral standards that have changed in the last hundred years (Senjo 186-193). Prior to the 1900's prostitution was known but generally overlooked as a criminal activity, as far as police were concerned being indoors and out of sight, as it was not of great concern or priority at that time as compared to other criminal …show more content…
The idea behind this theory is that individuals make quick decisions based on short term rewards or goals with little to no thought as to what will come after their initial choices or actions. They place a higher value on the present and what they can get or have now rather than weigh the value or consequences that may come at a later date or time in the future. “The theory accepts the classical idea that crimes are the result of unrestrained natural human impulses to enhance pleasure and avoid pain.” (Walsh …show more content…
Under this theory individuals makes choices based on traits, or lack there of, that they may possess. Their choice to act on prostitution may be the result of such traits such as the lacking of patience in regards to monetary gains or pleasures as rewards, the desire to take risks for the “rush”, or their inability to assess and value moral standards. Their ability to weigh the values of rewards and risks can be hindered by these traits, or lack there of, and as a result may make choices that they would otherwise not normally take. The cause of which may be the result of past traumatic or lack of affectionate childhood experiences leading to the development of such traits and thus make choices that would eliminate or remove any and all pain. One might choose the act of prostitution because the effort, the stress, or the amount of time that may come from working those other two jobs may be valued far greater, in terms of wanting to avoid pain, than the act of prostitution can
Anomie (Strain Theory) and (low) Self-Control Theory on Prostitution
“The practice of engaging in sexual activity, usually with individuals other than a spouse or friend, in exchange for immediate payment in money or other valuables” (“Prostitution”). The act of prostitution is not a new criminal phenomenon of society as far as history is concerned but rather is one of societal perspectives, public awareness, and moral standards that have changed in the last hundred years (Senjo 186-193). Prior to the 1900's prostitution was known but generally overlooked as a criminal activity, as far as police were concerned being indoors and out of sight, as it was not of great concern or priority at that time as compared to other criminal …show more content…
The idea behind this theory is that individuals make quick decisions based on short term rewards or goals with little to no thought as to what will come after their initial choices or actions. They place a higher value on the present and what they can get or have now rather than weigh the value or consequences that may come at a later date or time in the future. “The theory accepts the classical idea that crimes are the result of unrestrained natural human impulses to enhance pleasure and avoid pain.” (Walsh …show more content…
Under this theory individuals makes choices based on traits, or lack there of, that they may possess. Their choice to act on prostitution may be the result of such traits such as the lacking of patience in regards to monetary gains or pleasures as rewards, the desire to take risks for the “rush”, or their inability to assess and value moral standards. Their ability to weigh the values of rewards and risks can be hindered by these traits, or lack there of, and as a result may make choices that they would otherwise not normally take. The cause of which may be the result of past traumatic or lack of affectionate childhood experiences leading to the development of such traits and thus make choices that would eliminate or remove any and all pain. One might choose the act of prostitution because the effort, the stress, or the amount of time that may come from working those other two jobs may be valued far greater, in terms of wanting to avoid pain, than the act of prostitution can